Waking up in the middle of the night can be frustrating — and you’re not alone. A Sleep Medicine study found that one-third of American adults experience this issue at least three times a week, often due to “sleep maintenance insomnia.” Understanding the reasons behind these disruptions is key to finding solutions.
Your sleep environment plays a major role. Temperature, noise, and light can all interfere with rest, says Dr. Rita Aouad. Keep your room cool, dark, and quiet using fans, blackout curtains, or earplugs.